If you searched for “Assam scholarship”, there is no single portal for everything. Assam students use a mix: state schemes such as the Nijut Moina scheme for girls, scholarships from the Directorate of Higher Education or departments for tea tribe and other groups, and central scholarships on the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in). The first thing to do is to find which department your scholarship belongs to.
This guide explains who can apply, the main schemes, documents, how to apply, how to check status and mistakes. I have been careful to say where I could not confirm details. Last checked October 2026.
What students usually search for
Common searches are “Assam scholarship 2026”, “Nijut Moina scheme”, “Anundoram Borooah scholarship”, “Assam post matric scholarship” and “scholarship after HSLC Assam”. Many of these are about girls’ stipends and cash awards rather than a single application portal.
Quick facts
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Central scholarships | National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in |
| State schemes | Handled by Assam departments such as Higher Education; each scheme has its own application process |
| Nijut Moina | Existing since 2024; reported by news as monthly stipends of up to Rs 2,500 for girl students from Class 11 to postgraduation |
| Dates | No application deadline was stated in the sources I read. Check the official Assam government notice |
| Cost | Free |
Who is eligible?
Eligibility depends on the scheme. These are the ones I could support with sources:
- Nijut Moina: girl students in higher secondary, undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Angel One’s news report says polytechnic girls and some integrated postgraduate students were added this year, and that students must meet attendance and academic requirements.
- Nijut Babu: a scheme for boys in similar levels, reported by news, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launching the application process in August 2026. Detailed eligibility was not given in the report.
- Anundoram Borooah cash award: for students who passed Class 10 from SEBA in first division with 75 percent or more, per a Careers360 guide. Application is through the Assam government portal named there.
- Tea Tribe scholarship: for students from the Tea Tribe or Adivasi community in Assam who cleared Class 10, via the Directorate of Tea Tribes and Adivasi Welfare.
- DHE Assam Combined Merit Scholarship: for Assam domicile undergraduates with at least 60 percent in Higher Secondary, according to the same guide.
Main schemes
| Scheme | Who it is for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mukhya Mantri Nijut Moina | Girl students, Class 11 to PG | News reports describe stipends of up to Rs 2,500 per month; confirm current terms with the Higher Education Department |
| Mukhya Mantri Nijut Babu Asoni | Boys from economically weaker backgrounds in UG and PG, as described in a news report | Confirm eligibility from the official notice |
| Anundoram Borooah Cash Award (ARBAS) | Class 10 first-division students with 75 percent or more | Check the portal for the award amount |
| Tea Tribe Scholarship | Tea Tribe and Adivasi students | Check the department site |
| NEC Scholarship (via NSP) | North East students with at least 60 percent and income up to Rs 8 lakh, per Careers360 | Apply on NSP |
| Post-Matric Scholarships on NSP | Minority and disability categories and others | Apply on NSP; see the scheme page |
A few other new schemes were announced in February 2026, such as Jibon Prerana for fresh graduates, but I could not find application details, so I am not covering them as applicable schemes.
Documents you will need
- Assam domicile or PRC document, mandatory for some state schemes
- Income certificate, needed for post-matric courses longer than one year in some schemes
- Disability certificate from a qualified medical authority, where applicable
- Marksheets of Class 10 and Class 12
- Aadhaar card and bank passbook of an Aadhaar-linked account
- Admission proof and fee receipt from your institution
How to apply
- Identify the scheme and its department. Ask your school or college office which route applies.
- For NSP schemes, create a One Time Registration at scholarships.gov.in, choose the scheme and submit. Your institution verifies it.
- For state schemes, use the portal or department site named in the official notice, for example the Directorate of Higher Education for the combined merit scholarship.
- Upload documents, submit, and note your application number.
- Follow up with your institution to confirm verification.
Because Nijut Moina and Nijut Babu were launched by the government with application announcements in the news, look for the official notice on the Assam Higher Education Department or government websites for the exact link rather than using a random site.
How to check status
For NSP schemes, log in to the National Scholarship Portal and use the application status option. For state schemes, use the same portal where you applied, with your application number. If there is no online status, ask your institution or department office. I could not confirm a single Assam-wide status tracker.
Common mistakes
- Waiting for one portal that does not exist. Different schemes have different routes.
- Applying for a scheme meant for another category.
- Missing the PRC or domicile document.
- Aadhaar not linked to the bank account.
- Not asking the institution to verify the form on NSP.
- Trusting unofficial links shared on social media.
A note on sources: I could not open the official portal pages directly while preparing this guide, so the details below come from published guides and news reports, and I name the source where it matters. Treat every income limit, amount and date as something to confirm on the official portal before you apply.
Conclusion
Assam’s scholarship picture is spread across departments and the national portal. Find your scheme, read the official notice, keep your PRC, income and bank details ready, and apply through the route named by the government. Where I have said “check”, please do so, because details have changed this year.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is there one portal for all Assam scholarships?
Not that I could confirm. Assam schemes run through different departments, and central schemes use the National Scholarship Portal.
What is Nijut Moina?
It is an Assam scheme for girl students, reported by news to give monthly stipends of up to Rs 2,500 from Class 11 to postgraduation.
Who gets the Anundoram Borooah award?
A Careers360 guide says students who passed Class 10 from SEBA in first division with 75 percent or more. Confirm on the official site.
Do I need an Assam PRC?
A guide says the domicile or PRC document is mandatory for some state schemes such as the DHE merit scholarship.
What is the last date?
No deadline was stated in the sources I read, so check the official notice.
